continental buys 16 pct of japanese battery maker - lithium ion cell
Frankfurt, June 2 (Reuters)-
Mainland AG (CONG. DE)
Fifth in the world-
Japan's largest auto parts supplier has bought a 16% stake in lithium in Japan.
Enax, an ion battery manufacturer, agrees to develop automotive applications exclusively.
"According to our evaluation criteria, Enax provides the widest range of knowledgehow in high-
Performance lithium-
Ion cells on cell materials and cell design, "senior supervisor Karl-
Thomas Noyman said in a statement.
Founded in 1996, it is worth about $10.
Annual sales of 5 million, Enax in its 80-
R & D personnel, with a number of patents related to battery production, battery materials and safety technology. Lithium-
Ion batteries for hybrid and all-electric vehicles
Electric vehicles are seen by many in the automotive industry as the next technical barrier to zero
Emissions drive.
A typical selection for running the hyperlink motor products are commonly a LiFePO4 battery bunch (Lithium-Iron-Phosphate).
E-bikes are becoming popular being an environmentally friendly and also wholesome means of almost sweat-free carry.
Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) Batteries that are launched providing 96.
Maybe the most important part.
Acid batteries are developing new battery types to boost fuel growthEfficient, stop
Start technology
The car engine turns off when the vehicle is not moving, but when the driver steps down the throttle, the engine starts automatically.